May Weather in Tuktoyaktuk

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Tuktoyaktuk, Canada, during May is characterized by an average temperature of -2°C (28°F). Highs can soar to 11°C (53°F), while lows may dip to -16°C (4°F). Typically, the humidity level in Tuktoyaktuk throughout May hovers around 81%.

-16°C (4°F)

Minimum temperature

-2°C (28°F)

Average temperature

11°C (53°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Tuktoyaktuk averages 14 mm (0.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 3 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 22 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 45 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

14 mm (0.5 inches)

Precipitation

3 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 45 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Tuktoyaktuk reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 5 4 3 3
Exposure Low Moderate
Time to burn 45 min 30 min

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